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PostSat Jun 16, 2018 5:26 pm 
There are a couple kits out there for 1 and 2 inch lifts. Would be interested in anyone's experience with this mod.

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PostSat Jun 16, 2018 8:59 pm 
Damian wrote:
There are a couple kits out there for 1 and 2 inch lifts. Would be interested in anyone's experience with this mod.
I have no direct experience with modifying a vehicle by way of a lift kit, but moving a body/frame 1-2" higher off the axles seems like a lot of $ for no practical gain of anything. The axles are still the same distance from the ground, as dictated by wheel diameter and tire profile. You *may* gain some extra clearance in snow, but not enough to notice. I have a Dodge pickup that sits high (from the factory), and I've gotten it high centered in snow. It just takes more shovel time to get it out. 😜

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PostSat Jun 16, 2018 10:19 pm 
That would be true for a truck. The axles here articulated and the inboard cv’s raise with the vehicle so there is a benefit. Lifting also allows larger diameter tires. Really only interested in hearing experience. I’m sure there’s many opinions.

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PostSun Jun 17, 2018 4:35 pm 
No, I have never lifted a forester. They tend to wear a lot of heavy gear and are usually bigger than me. They may be of an introverted nature and would not appreciate being lifted.

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